Freshwater Life

It’s the life that our staff, students, parents, alumni and friends of the College share as we come together in unity of heart and Spirit that makes our College community so special. Together we support one another and create a community that we can be proud to be part of.

The Freshwater Blog

Empowering Youth Voices: The Young Mayors of Cairns

Nov 12, 2023

Last week, our Cairns high school was buzzing with excitement as the Young Mayors Program, a unique initiative, held its Election Week. This program empowers local students to actively participate in their community by voting for a fellow student who will join the Cairns Youth Council.

Nature based learning at Freshwater Christian Kindergarten

Nov 3, 2023

Surrounded by pristine tropical rainforest, it’s no wonder that Freshwater Christian College places a high priority on nature play and outdoor learning.

Bridging the gap: The power of practical experience in musical education

Oct 30, 2023

In the world of education, it’s no secret that real-world experience often proves to be the most effective teacher. This term, our Year 11 Music students had the unique opportunity to explore the wonders of music recording at the CQUniversity recording studio, and the results were astounding.

An Unforgettable Journey to the Great Barrier Reef

Oct 20, 2023

Our Year 10 Geography students...

Real-World Learning: Nurturing Future Entrepreneurs with $20 Boss

Sep 11, 2023

In our Secondary School, something exciting and transformative is happening among the Year 9 and 10 Business and Economics students. They’re not just studying entrepreneurship from textbooks or attending classes; they’re experiencing it firsthand through an innovative initiative known as $20 Boss.

Exploring Freshwater Christian College: A beacon of excellence in Cairns

Sep 5, 2023

In Cairns, where educational choices...

Nurturing Minds and Hearts in Primary School

Aug 18, 2023

In the city of Cairns, choosing the right primary school is a crucial decision for parents. Freshwater Christian College stands out as one of the finest primary schools in Cairns, offering an exceptional education and a nurturing environment for young minds to flourish.

Celebrating Community Week at our local Cairns Kindergarten

Aug 8, 2023

Freshwater Christian Kindergarten had...

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Freshwater Friends

Freshwater Christian College has a vibrant parent community. As a private independent Christian school in Cairns, we are passionate about creating and enhancing our community and actively promote and encourage parent involvement at all levels. There are many ways for parents and guardians to get involved in the life of the College.

Parent Ambassadors

The Parent Class Ambassadors group is a collective of parents and guardians who have a passion and deep commitment to further strengthen the community we enjoy together. Everyone is welcome to join us. For more details, please enquire today at the College Reception.

Freshwater Parent Coffee Mornings and Workshops

Throughout the year, our parents are invited to join us at our ‘Freshwater Parent Coffee Mornings and/or Workshops’. Hosted by our Parent Ambassadors, these mornings give parents and available staff the opportunity to get to know each other, enjoy a complimentary coffee and hear from our leadership team.

Volunteer in Class

Parents are welcome to join in on class activities as well as camps and excursions. Contact your class teacher or Primary/Secondary office to find out more.

Freshwater Generations

Freshwater Christian College has a rich and wonderful history. Since our commencement back in 1983 as Cairns Christian College, thousands of students have graduated. All alumni are invited to remain connected with FCC by registering their details with us. Keep up to date with any alumni activities that may be upcoming.

Who Is an Alumni?

Any person who has attended Freshwater Christian College (previously known as Cairns Christian College) at any stage in their education for any time period are considered Freshwater Alumni.

Reunions

If you are planning a reunion you can contact our Community Relations Officer, Mrs Anita Howard, for assistance and guidance. The College is able to lend memorabilia and archives for your reunion. Our team is available to facilitate a College Tour to accompany your event to bring back all the memories!

Share Your Story

We are proud of all that our Alumni have achieved and we want to stay in touch. Our Alumni have gone on to achieve great things after their education at Freshwater Christian College, and serve the community in many different ways. We believe the success stories and experiences of our Alumni will provide wonderful inspiration to the entire College community.

If you are interested in being involved and want to keep us in the loop, please contact us by email at alumni@fcc.qld.edu.au. We would love to share your story with our current students and community. If you know of other past students with an inspiring story to tell please also let us know.

Join our online community

Join our Facebook Alumni Group to find long lost friends and join in on the conversation.

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Stay in Touch

If you have attended our College in the past please complete the below Alumni Registration Form to stay up to date with any Alumni events or reunions.

Relocating to Cairns?

The Cairns region is where the Reef meets the rainforest, and has what many consider to be a near-perfect climate, balmy yet warm all year-round. Near the heart of the City, you will find Freshwater, a residential suburb of Cairns with excellent access to the CBD, the Airport and northern beaches. Locals consider the area one of the premier suburbs of the City, featuring some of the best housing in the region. It is also home to Freshwater Christian College, the highest-performing school in Far North Queensland. There are many parks, restaurants and cafes to choose from and despite its central location, Freshwater is surprisingly tranquil.